Mark Howell Dr. Mark Allan Howell passed away on August 21, 2024, surrounded by loved ones at the age of 72. He was a beloved physician, husband, father, grandfather “Pop Pop” and friend who will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Mark was born on September 9, 1951 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, but spent his formative years in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He graduated from Hixson High School and went on to attend his undergraduate degree at the University of Tennessee Chattanooga and his medical school and residency in otolaryngology at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. After completing his medical training, Mark moved to Johnson City in 1984 to work at ENT Associates as a head and neck surgeon. Throughout his career, Mark was known for his hard work, dedication and compassion. His kindness and interactions with patients as a physician were unmatched. In addition to his passion for medicine, Mark was a devoted husband and father. While in Chattanooga between medical school and residency, he met the joy of his life, Jane Huskey. They married in 1982 and had three beautiful children, whom he adored with all his heart. He was always there to offer advice, support and encouragement no matter what challenges they faced. In his free time, Mark enjoyed being outdoors, biking, hiking, listening to music and spending time with his family. Mark was always eager to share his knowledge and enthusiasm with others. Mark held leadership positions at both Johnson City Medical Center and Franklin Woods Hospital. He also enjoyed volunteering for United Servants Abroad on annual mission trips to Peru to treat underserved communities. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church and served as a deacon and Sunday school director during his time there. Mark’s parents, Robert “Bob” and Marie Howell, and his sister, Robbyn Farris, predeceased him. He leaves behind his beloved wife Jane Howell, his children Laura Howell (Teague Holmes), Sarah Ritchie (Mike Ritchie), Zachary Howell (Christy Howell), and his six grandchildren Anniston, Bentley, Grayson, Brooklyn, Harper, and Emmy Jane. We want to thank our community for all their love and support during Mark’s illness. We want to extend a special thank you to the doctors and staff at ENT Associates for all their help and love. Additionally, we are so grateful to our loyal caregivers who were so diligent in providing Mark with everything he needed. Special thanks also go out to SOFHA providers Dr. Moulton, Dr. Johnson, and Megan Long who took such wonderful care of Mark. A service is planned for Saturday, September 7, 2024 in Johnson City, Tennessee. The viewing will be from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. with the service at 3:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church in downtown Johnson City. Following the service, a celebration of life will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Carnegie Hotel in Johnson City. Mark will be buried during a private service on Monday, September 9, 2024, in Chattanooga. A public wake will be held beforehand from 11:00 a.m. to noon at Hamilton Memorial Gardens in the Chapel of Devotion, Hixson, TN. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the ETSU ALS Clinic or the Bridging Voice organization (www.bridgingvoice.org). This obituary was lovingly written by the family. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.tetrickfuneralservices.com. Tetrick Funeral Services, Johnson City, is honored to serve the Howell family (610-7171).
Published August 28, 2024
